The mosquitos here are somewhat of a problem at night. A mosquito net is provided but the buzzing keeps you awake. The hot water is only lukewarm. Half the items on the menu were not available. No fresh fruit or fruit juice for breakfast. Service was very slow. Waited for dinner for over an hour. Beer was inexpensive though--200 Jamaican... More

Once again my stay was amazing, receiving great service with a smile. I stay a little longer this time and was able to enjoy more of what Black River has to offer. I had a nice big room #7 (approx. 400-500sf.) with window all around the room. The Pelican Bar is definitely on the list of activities along with long... More

We have stayed at Idler's Rest twice in the past year and we really like it, but it's not for everyone. We've been to Jamaica many times in the past 20 years, from Mission Trips to Sandals Resorts to other all-inclusive resorts, Natania's and Idler's Rest. We've enjoyed them all, but keep coming back to the south coast in Black... More

We booked this trip for the location. We wanted to spend some time at the Pelican Bar and then head out to YS Falls and the Bamboo Avenue. The view from our room was very nice. The hotel itself was very unique and quite lovely in many ways. There was a wedding going on across the street when we stayed... More

Let me start by explaining that we travel a great deal and stay in places that are from -2 star up to 5+ star rooms. We are not complainers and go with the flow. We stayed for 3 nights in January on a tour of the island. Got there late in the evening and had to rush off to supper... More

Did I say peace full already. This was my first stay in Black River though I've been to Jamaica several times. I'm definitely going back. The rooms have there own unique character( I took a peek in a couple rooms as the ladies were cleaning). My room #14 circular in style and clean. Breakfast served every morning FREE all the... More

We stayed at three different hotels in different parts of Jamaica, and Idlers Rest was by far our favourite. The grounds and landscaping is beautiful. There are hammocks outside of every room. The kids had a room on the bottom floor and we had an upper floor balcony room. Both rooms were spacious with large bathrooms. Being so far from... More

We chose Idler's Rest for our 40th wedding anniversary - what a wonderful choice we made. We've been to Jamaica many times, but Jamaica's South Coast is the best. We intended on staying 3 nights at Idler's Rest, and stayed 6. The property is private, clean and accomodating in every way. This is an out of the way place that... More

This marvellous spot wasn't really chosen by us but by Relaiable Adventures Jamaica - another great Jamaican company. The staff made the trip for us - very helpful and friendly. Idler's Rest is right on the beach and "far from the madding crowd". Montego Bay it ain't!. It's a wonderful place to stay. Bob & Kathleen Foskett Bedford UK More